Green Sprouts

Sustainability Program

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Green Sprouts PRogram

At The Fern Early Learning Centres, we embrace the Māori principle of Kaitiakitanga—the guardianship and care of the land. Through hands-on, nature-based experiences, children learn their important role in protecting the environment. From conserving water and planting trees to reducing waste, our Green Sprouts Program helps nurture a lifelong respect and responsibility for nature.

Connection with nature: Children learn Kaitiakitanga through natural sensory play, native planting, and caring for our centre gardens
Honouring water as a precious resource: We teach water conservation through rainwater harvesting and mindful water use, inspired by Māori and Indigenous Australian practices.
Caring for our living world: Children connect with local wildlife through nature incursions, insect observations, and safe animal interactions.
Growing a greener future: Through composting and upcycling,
children develop sustainable habits that help protect our planet.